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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the developing West of Scotland (WOS) Sexual Assault Service. We now wish to appoint to 1.5 WTE band 6 nurses which can be appointed on a full time or part time basis. The hours of cover will be over a 24 hour period 7 days per week on a rotational basis. We have 2 rotas in place 365 days of the year with a rota covering 24 hours and a rota covering 0900 – 2100 hours over 7 days. The WoS Sexual Assault Service provides forensic, medical and aftercare services to survivors of rape/sexual assault who either self-refer or are referred via the police or other agencies. The post holder will ensure the highest standard of personalised assessment, treatment, care and support is delivered to clients aged 13yrs and above following rape / sexual assault.
This will include assisting at forensic examination, maintaining a forensically secure environment and implementing evidence based standards, guidelines and policies. The role requires applicants who are a 1st level registered nurse educated to degree level. They should have a minimum of 5 years post registration with experience of using specialist assessment skills and techniques to determine health and care needs, particularly when working with clients/patients who may be vulnerable, have mental health issues, learning disabilities, language barriers, be under the influence of illicit substances, have chaotic lifestyles.
Experience of working at a band 6 level is desirable but not essential. Previous experience within any of the following areas women’s health and/or sexual health, Emergency Department, Unscheduled Care, Primary would be desirable.
With the current service provision part of the working week may be based in custodial services within some of the out of hours periods but all in hours periods will be based within the Sexual Assault Service. A current UK full driving licence will be required.
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.
Informal Contact
Gaynor Steele, Lead Nurse on 0141 211 8175
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
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